Health

Heart Disease:  No. 1 Killer Of Men, Women

Heart Disease: No. 1 Killer Of Men, Women

During February’s Heart Health Month observance, it’s important to recognize that cardiovascular disease remains the No. 1 killer of Americans despite advances in detection and treatment.

May 22, 2013 ×
If you had a weakness, wouldn’t you want to know?

If you had a weakness, wouldn’t you want to know?

Everyone has weaknesses, especially in regard to physical fitness. With the new year starting and people everywhere working on resolutions to get in shape, injury prevention should also be a priority.

May 22, 2013 ×
Photo by Wendy Brown
Warrior Transition Unit Soldier Staff Sgt. Deneal Martin watches his yoga form in a mirror during a WTU yoga class at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center April 19.

WTU Soldiers embrace yoga

Yoga teacher Susan Barber gently reminded the students in her Warrior Transition Unit class that yoga is not about “no pain, no gain.”

May 22, 2013 ×
Childproofing necessary for home safety

Childproofing necessary for home safety

While the home is generally regarded as a safe haven, multiple dangers that are a part of the everyday routine and floor plan exist for toddlers who are just beginning to explore their world.

May 8, 2013 ×
Five important reasons to vaccinate your child

Five important reasons to vaccinate your child

You want to do what is best for your children. You know about the importance of car seats, baby gates and other ways to keep them safe. But, did you know that one of the best ways to protect your children is to make sure they have all of their vaccinations?

April 24, 2013 ×
Drunken driving puts lives at risk

Drunken driving puts lives at risk

Drunken driving kills. On average, someone dies as a result of drunken driving every 53 minutes, and someone is injured as a result of drunken driving every 90 seconds.

April 10, 2013 ×
Know before you go

Know before you go

With very few exceptions, a medical emergency or an after-hour’s urgent medical need for military members and their families assigned to Europe will require a visit to a host nation hospital for care.

April 10, 2013 ×
How to prevent tick bites and serious diseases

How to prevent tick bites and serious diseases

Ticks are better at finding you than you are at finding them. Ticks must have a blood meal (you) to live. They are aware of you, so, in order to prevent tick bites, you must learn to be aware of them.

March 27, 2013 ×